Snack

Loaded Cauliflower Bites

Golden roasted cauliflower slices turn tender and caramelized, then melt under a blanket of sharp cheddar. Each bite finishes with cool sour cream, smoky bacon crumbles, and bright scallion greens for rich, savory satisfaction.

Recipe and photo by EatingWell, shared here with credit. View the Original

Loaded Cauliflower Bites
Total
41 min
Prep
25 min
Cook
16 min
Serves
8

Nutrition per Serving

Calories
90
Protein
4g
Carbs
4g
Fat
7g
Fiber
1g
Sugar
2g
Sodium
193mg

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground pepper
  • 5 cup 1/4-inch-thick slices cauliflower (1 1/2 pounds/1 medium head, stem trimmed)
  • 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 3 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup sliced scallion greens

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  2. Stir oil, salt and pepper together in a large bowl. Add cauliflower slices and gently toss to coat. Transfer to a large rimmed baking sheet and roast until tender, 10 to 14 minutes. Top with cheese, return to the oven and roast until the cheese has melted, 1 to 2 minutes. Top each cauliflower slice with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle with bacon and scallion greens.